-Gather plant waste (leaves, grass clippings, etc.).-Add kitchen scraps like vegetable peels, eggshells, and leftover food.-Have a large plastic drum or container and water ready. Preparation: -Fill the drum halfway with organic waste.Add enough water to submerge the materials.Stir the mixture thoroughly. Fermentation: -Cover the drum loosely to allow airflow.-Place it in a shaded area.-Let …
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How Many Kilos of Onions Per Acre?And How Much Per Kg?
The two most asked questions in farming. And honestly… the two hardest to answer. Every time a farmer asks me this, I can already guess what they’re expecting a sweet, fixed number. But my answer always leaves them wide-eyed 😂😂. In production, I’ll tell you ,anywhere between zero and twenty tonnes per acre.Yes, zero is …
Specialized Doctors Trained Abroad Who Refuse To Return To Zambia Should Resign – MUCHIMA
Health Minister Dr. Elijah Muchima has expressed concern over doctors in rural areas who travel abroad for training but fail to return to serve their local communities. During a courtesy call on Northern Province Minister, Dr. Muchima emphasized that Zambia faces a shortage of specialized doctors and urged those undergoing training to remain open to …
Why Good Spacing Is Essential In Beans
Fellow farmers, I’ve heard some of you saying that my 60cm spacing between rows in bean farming is a waste of space. Let me explain why I chose this method and how it benefits my crop and overall yield.1.Better Air Circulation: Wider spacing allows better air movement between the plants, reducing the risk of fungal …
2025: Maize Stages and How to Manage Them
Maize Growth Stages and How to Manage Them ~To grow healthy maize (corn) and get a good harvest, farmers must understand how the maize plant grows. Each growth stage needs special care. Let’s look at these stages in simple English: ~At this stage, the plant no longer uses food from the seed. It starts feeding …
Why All degrees are not equal
All degrees are not equal. I repeat, all degrees are not equal. A Bachelor degree in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics is by far better than a PhD in political science, sociology, theatre arts, philosophy, religious studies, conflict resolution, library science, public administration, classics, religious studies, mass communication and anthropology, etc. Except you are already …
Meet Irene Mbithe, the woman who lost her eye in a tragic hyena attack
Irene Mbithe, the woman who lost her eye in a tragic hyena attack, has successfully undergone prosthetic eye surgery after Mike Sonko came to her rescue. Sonko happened to catch her heartbreaking story on TV and it touched him deeply. Without hesitation, he stepped in, took charge of her case, and ensured she received the …
Butere Girls Students Arrive In Kakamega
Butere Girls students have returned to school from the National Drama Festivals in Nakuru, where their much-talked-about play Echoes of War was controversially barred from being staged. They were warmly welcomed back by the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) Diocese of Butere, led by Bishop Rose. The Bishop conducted a special prayer service for the …
Opinion: You don’t have to do what others are doing just to look successful
Life is not a competition. You don’t have to do what others are doing just to look successful.
Justin Muturi “Echoes Of War”
“Let me start by condemning in the strongest terms the barbaric and retrogressive actions of the police at the National Drama Festival in Nakuru. It is a shame to the Government which has a Ministry responsible for Sports,the Arts and Creative Economy. When a government starts trembling at the sight of schoolgirls performing a play, …